Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo Y73
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y73 (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 18/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 534,895); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y73 doesn't; the Vivo Y73 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo Y73
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 534895
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 673
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1881
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 170g vs 227g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 16/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo Y73, the Redmi K90 Max scores 49 points higher (67/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y73 (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y73 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y73 is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y73 (77/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y73 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (87/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y73 (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo Y73 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G95 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 534895 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 673 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1881 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, Funtouch 11.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 570 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 161.2×74.4×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 170 g | |
| Price | $504 | — |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y73
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo Y73
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y73
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo Y73, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo Y73 by 611.1% in our overall performance rating.
Vivo Y73
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y73 (82/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y73 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y73 is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y73 (77/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y73 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (87/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y73 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y73?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y73 by 49 points (67/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo Y73?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo Y73 — 18/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y73?
The Vivo Y73 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y73?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo Y73?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y73 is a better fit for everyday use.